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AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) is a semiconductor company that develops high-performance processors, graphics cards, and adaptive computing solutions for gaming, data centers, and embedded markets. Industry: Semiconductors
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Spring/Summer 2027 Masters Photonics Design Engineering Co-Op serves as a critical role within the photonics design team to support next-generation computing applications. The individual will assist in the design, simulation, and evaluation of photonic integrated circuits and optical subsystems while developing automated workflows for testing and data analysis. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing device simulations, analyzing measurement data against predictions, and collaborating with packaging and systems engineers to solve complex technical challenges. Candidates should possess skills in Python, MATLAB, and engineering modeling techniques. The role requires knowledge of photonic device characterization and optical communication systems. Preferred expertise includes experience with tools like Ansys Lumerical, Luceda IPKISS, or Cadence Virtuoso, as well as familiarity with hardware such as vector network analyzers and tunable lasers to characterize semiconductor devices and integrated optics.
Assist in the design, simulation, and evaluation of photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and optical subsystems.
Perform photonic device and circuit simulations to improve overall design performance.
Analyze measurement data and compare results against simulation predictions.
Develop automated workflows for photonic design, testing, and data analysis using Python.
Characterize photonic devices through hands-on experimental methods.
Solve complex technical challenges in collaboration with packaging, systems, and test engineers.
What we're looking for
Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Photonics, Applied Physics, or a related technical field.
Familiarity with photonics, optics, semiconductor devices, or optical communication systems.
Experience with engineering simulation, modeling, or data analysis techniques.
Experience with Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages for technical computing and automation.
Knowledge of photonic device characterization, optical measurements, or related experimental methods.
Research or coursework in silicon photonics, photonic integrated circuits, integrated optics, or optical communications (preferred).
Experience with photonic design and simulation tools such as Ansys Lumerical, Luceda IPKISS, COMSOL Multiphysics, Synopsys OptSim/OptoCompiler, or Cadence Virtuoso (preferred).
Familiarity with optical test equipment including OSA, VNA, tunable lasers, optical power meters, and high-speed oscilloscopes (preferred).